2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Montero | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3827 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |